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Meeting Date:	04/22/2024
Purchase of Enhanced Units & Portable Radios
Submitted for:	Joe Lopez	Submitted By:	Joe Lopez
Department:	Purchasing

Subject:

Discussion and possible action to authorize the purchase of fourteen (14) APX6500 Enhanced VHF Mobile units and thirty-seven (37) APX N50 VHS Model 2 Portable radios including accessories and installation for a total not to exceed $291,197.64 from Motorola (HGAC Contract No. RA05-21) for the Webb County Sheriff's Office and in accordance with the Texas Local Government Code; Sub-Chapter F. Cooperative Purchasing Program, §271.101, §271.102 (Cooperative Purchasing Program Participation) and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #2716-3010-001-470000 (Capital Outlay – Rural Law Enforcement Grant Agreement-SB 22); #2716-3010-001-443000-035 (Repairs & Maintenance Equipment)]

Issue: Senate Bill (SB) 22 establishes a grant program that provides financial assistance to sheriff’s departments in eligible counties to ensure professional law enforcement and legal representation of the people’s interests throughout the State of Texas. This purchase of equipment is supported through the Rural Law Enforcement Grant Fund.

Solution: Consideration to authorize grant funded equipment for law enforcement use. Motorola has a cooperative contract with HGAC, meeting all competitive bidding requirements of the State of Texas.

Result: If approved, proceed with placing the order. This equipment will enhance existing and continued efforts to protect citizens in Webb County.

Background:

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Previous Court Action:

Fiscal Impact

Budget Account Number:	2716-3010-001-470000
Funding Source:	Capital Outlay
Balance:	$283,383.00
Financial Impact:
2716-3010-001-470000 (Capital Outlay-Rural Law Enforcement Grant Agreement -SB 22) Available Budget $283,383.00 2716-3010-001-443000-035 (Repairs & Maintenance Equipment) $7,814.00

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